Move here
With Stockholm Arlanda Airport less than 20 minutes away from Uppsala City, you’ll always be conveniently connected here. Explore our tips for making your move as smooth as possible. Check out our check list below, learn what documents, visas and permits you might need, how the Swedish tax system and social insurance works.
Preparing your documents
Know what passports, permits and visas you’ll need to make your move to Sweden.
Visas and work permits
Registering with the Tax Agency
Swedish taxes
Uppsala is an easy destination, what ever way you chose to travel.
Getting to Uppsala
Moving your belongings
If your stay in Sweden is longer than 365 days, you are usually entitled to certain residence-based benefits. Here’s how they work.
Social insurance
Check list
Use our essential to-do list and make your move to Sweden and Uppsala extra smooth.
Meet our internationals
“When we got to experience the tranquility and the beautiful environment in Uppsala, we were absolutely convinced that this was the place where we would live.” Antoine Boussaert
More voices from UppsalaDid you know...
… best-selling author and TED Talk legend Hans Rosling grew up and studied in Uppsala.
Upcoming events in Uppsala
Ask the Hub
Time: 15:00 - 17:00
Location: Online (Meeting link sent in confirmation email)
Admission: Free (Booking required)
Settling into a new city can be exciting and sometimes a bit overwhelming.
Our Ask the Hub sessions offer a friendly ear and helpful guidance to make the journey and/or transition smoother.
In just 15 minutes online, you can get tailored advice, local know-how, and encouragement from people who understand what it’s like to start fresh in Uppsala.
You bring your questions, we’ll bring the warmth and support.
Expat Coffee Morning
Time: 9:00-10:00
Location: Stadsbiblioteket (Svartbäcksgatan 17, 753 75 Uppsala)
Join us for this coffee morning where we bring together the international community. This is an informal event where you can meet new people, take part in a discussion around culture, enjoy interesting conversations, drink tea and coffee, and eat buns- not a bad way to spend your morning!
This time we will start with a group discussion around culture and then break off to meet new people.
We hope to see you there!
Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Time: 16:00-18:00
Location: Sidenvävargatan 17
A warm welcome to Young Entrepreneur of the Year!
Join us in celebrating the ideas and founders of the future together with Uppsala’s entrepreneurial community. During the event, you’ll enjoy finalist pitches and have the opportunity to vote for the winner of Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2026, awarded a prize of 25,000 SEK. We will also hear from Fyris.AI, the 2025 winner, sharing their journey since receiving the award.
The evening includes light refreshments, drinks, and great opportunities to network with others passionate about entrepreneurship and innovation in the region, as well as a chance to thank our valued partners supporting Drivhuset.
Please note that the event will be held in Swedish.